Patricia Rae Pingel McCourt

McCourt, Patricia Rae Pingel 70 Oct. 21, 1942 Oct. 20, 2013 Patricia Rae Pingel McCourt passed away Oct. 20, 2013, after a long battle with cancer. She had recently moved to San Diego to begin retirement. Patti is survived by husband, Brian McCourt; daughter, Lindsey Wilson; sons, Craig, Gary and Rob McCourt; seven grandchildren; brother, Bob Pingel; and numerous other relatives and in-laws. Patti was born Oct. 21, 1942, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and soon moved to San Bernardino, Calif. She was raised by her loving parents, Ray and Georgia Pingel, who preceded her in death. After graduating from Occidental College, she taught elementary school for several years in California and, during this time, married Mike Wilson, and also changed her career profession from school teacher to realtor. By the late 1980s, Patti had divorced and was raising Lindsey as a single mom living in Lake Oswego. She worked for H.H. & J. Realty which eventually evolved into The Hasson Company. Her real estate career lasted over 35 years and she was well known and admired by her clients and peers in the business. Patti married Brian in 1992 and welcomed three sons, all with families of their own. She rejoiced in her family and created a strong family bond through gatherings at holidays and birthdays. She had a wonderful personality and spirit about her which people realized soon after meeting her. Patti touched many peoples' hearts throughout her life. Services have already been held and she is interred in Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego. There will be a Celebration of Life for Patricia from 2 - 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin, OR 97062. You are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the
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